Transform your everyday pantry staples into a moist, spiced delight with this Pantry Apple Loaf recipe! Bursting with the natural sweetness of diced apples and warm notes of cinnamon, this quick bread comes together with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Unsweetened applesauce and a hint of brown sugar add depth, while optional chopped nuts provide a delightful crunch. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this loaf is easy to whip up with ingredients you likely already have on hand. Ready in just over an hour, including baking time, this recipe is ideal for filling your kitchen with the comforting aroma of homemade goodness. For best results, serve slices slightly warm or topped with a dollop of butter.
Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, applesauce, and vegetable oil. Mix well until smooth.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Add half of the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir gently. Pour in the milk and stir until combined. Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix until just incorporatedβdo not overmix.
Fold in the diced apple and chopped nuts (if using) using a spatula.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Calories |
2794 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 98.9 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 383 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 2283 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 442.0 g | 161% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 232.7 g | ||
| Protein | 51.9 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1348 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.